AMNIOTIC FLUID EMBOLISM: CARING FOR A WOMAN WITH

Course overview

Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a life-threatening obstetric emergency resulting from the presence of amniotic fluid and related debris within the maternal circulation during labor and/or delivery. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of caring for a woman with AFE, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.